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Other: Gertie\'s Book: (Wiggle Dress) - Type:Dresses    printable version
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Reviewed by:carolineG
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Posted on:1/15/13 11:43 AM
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Pattern Rating:Highly Recommend
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Fabric:Cotton  [See other projects in this fabric]
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Pattern Description:
THis is a very fitted sheath dress with gussets and sleeve and neckline options.
Pattern Sizing:
A wide range of sizes from 2 on up.
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes!
Were the instructions easy to follow?
The instructions were pretty easy. I am reasonably experienced so I hardly used them actually.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?
I love the fitted shape. There are six darts and 5 seam lines so you can really tweak the design to fit your own curves. The gussets mean you can have a very fitted sleeve but still have a full range of movement.
Fabric Used:
The Back
Vintage cotton from ebay in this wonderful lustrous blue roses pattern.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:
I struggled with the pattern until I realized that I needed to grade up a size for my shoulders, upper bust and arm. So I was an 8 in the upper bust, a 6 at the waist and a 4 in the hips. My curves are in different places from Gerties! I had to fiddle with the princess seams over the bust to get them to look right.
Why didn't I brush my hair?
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?
Yes, I would certainly sew it again. This is a very comfortable dress for such a slim shape and it got TONS of compliments. I have plans for at least three more dresses.
Conclusion:
A fabulous dress if you take the time to really fit it to your figure. More details and lots of photos on my Le Correct Blog

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caper81 said...
Wow, beautiful dress! Great fit and fabric. Looks amazing on you! PS, blog link isn't working :)
1/15/13 11:51 AM
carolineG said...
THank you, fixed the link!
1/15/13 11:58 AM
SavageCoco said...
This is fantastic on you!
1/15/13 12:23 PM
sugarduck said...
True story: I saw you in a photo from Gertie's book party on Christine Haynes' blog and thought to myself "Wow...that woman's wiggle dress is AMAZING! I wish I could see it up close!". And now here it is! ;-) Beautiful work!
1/15/13 12:26 PM
prostheticsgirl said...
Lovely! The fit is so flattering. Think I'm going to have to make this one soon...
1/15/13 12:36 PM
carolineG said...
funny sugar duck! What a small world... thanks for the nice words everyone.
1/15/13 1:11 PM
NewRibena said...
Your dress came out beautiful!
1/15/13 1:23 PM
Jstarr4250 said...
Love, love, love! A perfect dress!
1/15/13 2:08 PM
KensingtonCrab said...
Very flattering!
1/15/13 3:49 PM
charid dawn said...
Amazing fit. Very flattering.
1/15/13 4:32 PM
tigergirl said...
This is gorgeous, the fabric and the fit.
1/15/13 8:24 PM
margy.64 said...
Very flattering fit. Lovely dress.
1/15/13 8:49 PM
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